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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Cairns from £1,319

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12:40 - 17:15EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
42h 35m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Singapore Changi
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18:20 - 11:55CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
27h 35m2 stops Singapore Changi Frankfurt am Main
£1,319Multiple Airlines
Sat, 13 Feb - Sat, 6 Mar
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22:00 - 19:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
36h 30m2 stops Dubai Intl Brisbane
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17:25 - 20:10CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
35h 45m2 stops Melbourne Dubai Intl
£1,331Emirates
Thu, 10 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
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22:00 - 19:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
36h 30m2 stops Dubai Intl Brisbane
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06:00 - 20:10CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
47h 10m2 stops Brisbane Dubai Intl
£1,332Emirates
Thu, 10 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
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18:35 - 18:35EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
38h 00m3 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Melbourne
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14:40 - 09:40CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
53h 00m3 stops Melbourne Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Helsinki-Vantaa
£1,342Multiple Airlines
Sat, 13 Feb - Sat, 6 Mar
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14:05 - 22:10EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
46h 05m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne
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06:50 - 12:35CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
39h 45m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
£1,444Multiple Airlines
Sat, 13 Feb - Sat, 6 Mar
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22:00 - 19:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
36h 30m2 stops Dubai Intl Brisbane
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06:00 - 20:05CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
47h 05m2 stops Brisbane Dubai Intl
£1,455Qantas Airways
Thu, 10 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
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07:00 - 12:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
44h 55m3 stops London Heathrow Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith
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13:40 - 09:20CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
52h 40m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi London Heathrow
£1,706British Airways
Thu, 10 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
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07:55 - 08:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
39h 35m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Adelaide
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06:00 - 13:40CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
40h 40m2 stops Brisbane Doha Hamad Intl
£1,757Multiple Airlines
Sat, 3 Oct - Sat, 10 Oct
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07:00 - 12:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
44h 55m3 stops London Heathrow Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith
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13:40 - 09:20CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
52h 40m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi London Heathrow
£1,771British Airways
Thu, 10 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
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22:00 - 12:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-CNS Cairns
53h 55m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
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11:35 - 20:05CNS  Cairns-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
41h 30m2 stops Melbourne Dubai Intl
£1,797Emirates
Wed, 30 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct

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Emirates flights from Edinburgh to Cairns

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Emirates
10 Sept
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
36h 30m
2 stops
CNS19:30Cairns
14 Sept
CNS17:25Cairns
35h 45m
2 stops
EDI20:10Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,331
Emirates
10 Sept
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
36h 30m
2 stops
CNS19:30Cairns
14 Sept
CNS06:00Cairns
47h 10m
2 stops
EDI20:10Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,332
Emirates
30 Sept
EDI22:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
53h 55m
2 stops
CNS12:55Cairns
7 Oct
CNS11:35Cairns
41h 30m
2 stops
EDI20:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,797

British Airways flights from Edinburgh to Cairns

Our best British Airways deals on Edinburgh to Cairns flight tickets
British Airways
10 Sept
EDI07:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
44h 55m
3 stops
CNS12:55Cairns
14 Sept
CNS13:40Cairns
52h 40m
3 stops
EDI09:20Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,706
British Airways
10 Sept
EDI07:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
44h 55m
3 stops
CNS12:55Cairns
14 Sept
CNS13:40Cairns
52h 40m
3 stops
EDI09:20Edinburgh Turnhouse
£1,771

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EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 13/2

12:40-17:15

2 stops42h 35m

Cairns

Sat 6/3

18:20-11:55

2 stops27h 35m

£1,319

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 10/9

22:00-19:30

2 stops36h 30m

Cairns

Mon 14/9

17:25-20:10

2 stops35h 45m

£1,331

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 10/9

22:00-19:30

2 stops36h 30m

Cairns

Mon 14/9

06:00-20:10

2 stops47h 10m

£1,332

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 13/2

18:35-18:35

3 stops38h 00m

Cairns

Sat 6/3

14:40-09:40

3 stops53h 00m

£1,342

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 13/2

14:05-22:10

2 stops46h 05m

Cairns

Sat 6/3

06:50-12:35

3 stops39h 45m

£1,444

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 10/9

22:00-19:30

2 stops36h 30m

Cairns

Mon 14/9

06:00-20:05

2 stops47h 05m

£1,455

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 10/9

07:00-12:55

3 stops44h 55m

Cairns

Mon 14/9

13:40-09:20

3 stops52h 40m

£1,706

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 3/10

07:55-08:30

2 stops39h 35m

Cairns

Sat 10/10

06:00-13:40

2 stops40h 40m

£1,757

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 10/9

07:00-12:55

3 stops44h 55m

Cairns

Mon 14/9

13:40-09:20

3 stops52h 40m

£1,771

EdinburghCairns

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CNS Cairns

EDICNS

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 30/9

22:00-12:55

2 stops53h 55m

Cairns

Wed 7/10

11:35-20:05

2 stops41h 30m

£1,797

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Edinburgh and Cairns?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from £1,397 to £1,621.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £1,319.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cairns?

If you’re not able to fly to Cairns in March, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from Edinburgh to Cairns during January average around £0.

When to book flights from Edinburgh to Cairns

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Cheap Edinburgh to Cairns (EDI to CNS) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

£1,319

Fastest flight time

36h 30m

Direct flights

None
The best flight deal from Edinburgh to Cairns found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £1,319
The fastest flight from Edinburgh to Cairns takes 36h 30m
There are no direct flights from Edinburgh to Cairns. There are no popular flight routes from Edinburgh to Cairns.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Edinburgh to Cairns

  • How far is Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cairns by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Cairns is 9282.4 mi. Flights usually cover this in 36h 30m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport?

    Prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport refresh daily.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Cairns Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cairns Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cairns Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cairns Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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